Former UK politicians and officials like Nick Clegg and Rishi Sunak are increasingly taking senior roles at major technology companies, creating a reverse poacher-turned-gamekeeper phenomenon that raises questions about transparency and influence.
A 50-year-old model, Gemma Kingsley, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for defrauding men she met on dating sites, using false stories of inheritance to fund designer clothes, holidays, and bets.
AIM-listed consultancy PPHC has acquired government relations firm WPI Strategy, enhancing its political advisory services amid industry shifts following Global Counsel's collapse.
Research by Labour MP Liam Byrne exposes over £170m in funding to right-wing media, politicians, and thinktanks over five years, highlighting a 'media-political complex' backed by billionaires.
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Two personal injury attorneys, Jason Giles and Vanessa Motta, were found guilty of fraud, obstruction of justice, and witness tampering in a plot to stage vehicle accidents for insurance payouts.
US tech giant Palantir files lawsuit against Swiss magazine Republik over investigation alleging company failed to gain foothold in Switzerland despite years of government outreach.
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee faces unprecedented challenges as its political spending becomes an electoral liability in Democratic primaries, with hidden Super Pacs and shifting voter sympathies reshaping its influence.
BusinessLDN calls for an Office for Tax Competitiveness to address the exodus of wealthy individuals and stalled housebuilding in London, urging policy reversals to restore growth.
Social media influencers in Dubai have sparked controversy by labeling residents fleeing the city during the Iran war as 'ungrateful' and 'brokies,' while missile strikes continue to threaten the UAE.
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A review reveals top US lobbying firms simultaneously represent both sides of the Pfas 'forever chemicals' issue, raising ethical concerns and potentially hindering public health regulations across multiple states.
Silicon Valley titans including Google's Sergey Brin and Eric Schmidt are making multimillion-dollar donations to influence California's gubernatorial election and oppose a proposed billionaire tax measure.
Washington-based Capstone is set to hire up to 20 senior staff from the collapsed lobbying group Global Counsel, founded by Peter Mandelson, amid a competitive scramble for talent following its Epstein-linked administration.
A West Texas handyman's podcast detailing escort experiences has triggered legal scrutiny and public debate over free speech and community standards in rural America.
A House of Lords committee urges ministers to abandon plans allowing AI firms to use creative works without permission, warning of a 'clear and present danger' to the UK's £146bn creative industries.
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Former Royal Marines officer John Heaver shares insights on leadership, teamwork, and trust, arguing that rank should mean service, not privilege, to address Britain's leadership challenges.
Ticketmaster and Live Nation support UK government plans to cap ticket resale prices at 30% above face value, while critics warn of market squeeze and fraud risks.
A lobbyist hired by Labour Together thinktank allegedly probed a Guardian journalist, amid fallout over undisclosed donations and smear campaigns against media.
Global Counsel, co-founded by Peter Mandelson, has ceased trading and entered administration after clients severed ties over links to Jeffrey Epstein, leading to redundancies for its 100 UK staff.
The lobbying firm founded by Lord Peter Mandelson has collapsed into administration after clients severed ties due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein, resulting in 130 job losses.
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The advisory firm Global Counsel enters administration, citing a 'maelstrom' from Peter Mandelson's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, leading to client losses and job cuts.
Global Counsel, the advisory firm co-founded by Lord Peter Mandelson, is on the verge of administration after losing major clients due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein, according to an employee.
Lobbying firm Global Counsel, founded by Peter Mandelson, is being placed into administration with 130 staff facing redundancies following significant client losses.
Former Scotland Yard detective Scott Walker explains how hostage negotiation principles apply directly to business leadership, emphasizing emotional regulation and trust-building.
The UK government faces scrutiny over corporate lobbying, with Palantir's £241m military contract awarded without tender. Despite promises, reforms stall as ethical concerns persist in Westminster.
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Tony Blair Associates is under fire for lobbying on behalf of fossil fuel companies while advocating for renewable energy, raising concerns over conflicts of interest and energy policy influence.
AI firm Anthropic donates $10 million to political groups, raising concerns about tech influence on AI policy and sparking debate over corporate lobbying in regulation.
Owners of a Swiss nightclub where 41 died in a fire faced angry relatives in court, accused of negligence and blamed for the tragedy during a New Year's party.
As Reform UK gains momentum in polls, City law firms are evaluating whether to shift political support from Labour. Analysis reveals how professional services firms use 'non-cash donations' to gain legislative insights.
Steve Whittamore testified that the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday remained his 'best customers' for two years after his 2005 conviction for illegal information gathering, as Prince Harry and six others sue publisher ANL.
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Readers propose eliminating all honorary titles to promote equality, alongside discussions on rugby facilities, job automation, and personal anecdotes in a diverse letters section.
